Chris Haynes live on the Bleacher Report App says that he’s heard that Pascal Siakam and the Toronto Raptors “are on the verge of parting ways”
Says that there’s a high likelihood Siakam is moved by the February 8th trade deadline.
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It can be inferred that the Raptors will likely trade Siakam before the February 8 deadline, as widely reported. Siakam’s destination remains uncertain, with recent reports pointing to the Pacers as frontrunners, while the Warriors, Mavericks, and Hawks are also potential contenders. Alternatively, the Kings may revisit their previous unsuccessful talks with Toronto.
In any case, the Raptors are evidently open to trading Siakam if the right offer comes along. According to a Western Conference executive speaking to Hoops Wire, “It very well could be to a team that no one knows. Like the Bulls.”
Teams interested in acquiring Siakam must also consider his long-term commitment, given his expiring contract. While this makes him more tradable, it could pose a challenge for the Raptors to secure the desired return in the trade.
In summary, the situation is still unfolding, and updates are anticipated. Siakam, currently 29 years old, has been delivering impressive stats with averages of 22.2 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 5.0 assists, shooting at a 53 percent accuracy from the field in 37 games.
